I Shamefully Paid For Sublime Text

Overview

This repository is a testament to my audacious and unapologetic act of shelling out some hard-earned cash for Sublime Text. That's right, I willingly parted with my money for a text editor. Brace yourself for this thrilling saga of financial irresponsibility.

Why Sublime Text?

I mean, why not? It's a text editor that doesn't expect you to sacrifice a goat. It's like finding an inexplicable attachment to a text editor quietly waiting for you to discover its brilliance. No fanfare or confetti's—just a silent presence, pure, unadulterated functionality making itself indispensable. It's the kind of friend who never judges your messy code but helps you clean it up without a fuss.

The Guilt Trip

For the longest time, I was living life on the edge, using Sublime Text without paying a single cent. Each "Ctrl + S" brought a pang of guilt, reminding me of my unpaid dues. It had been my loyal companion through thick and thin, and I had given it nothing in return. But here's the catch, Sublime Text casually shows you a dialog box with a reminder:

"Would you like to purchase a license now?"

Polite. Innocent. But in reality, a guilt trip in digital disguise. A sarcastic, rhetorical question which actually says "After limitlessly trying all my features, how about you do the right thing?"

The guilt became too much to bear, and I finally gave in to the pressure. I paid for it, not because I had to, but because I wanted to make amends.

What I Got

Nothing. Absolutely nothing. I must admit, my life didn't change dramatically after I paid for Sublime Text. Sure, the reminder was gone but there was no grand parade or fanfare. Instead, I received:

  • A peculiar sense of satisfaction and embarrassment, all rolled into one
  • The satisfaction of supporting a product that silently deserved recognition for equally supporting me for so long
  • A license key, a digital souvenir to remind myself of my guilt trip

That's it! You've successfully read a story about someone who shamefully paid for Sublime Text. This repository stands as a monument to my somewhat questionable decision-making process, a reminder that even the staunchest proponents of free software can find themselves succumbing to a persuasive dialog box.

So, if you're still using Sublime Text for free, fear not, as you are in the majority. But if you ever find yourself in a moment of weakness, remember this story of a developer who shamefully paid for a text editor.


Join the Shameful Club

Are you one of those who bravely admit to having paid for a Sublime Text license, casting aside the shackles of guilt? You're not alone! Join our community of proudly shameful license holders and immortalize your name in our hall of infamy.

List of Shameful Sublime Text License Holders:

To become a part of this esteemed fellowship, simply fork this repository, add your name to the list, and submit a pull request. Let's embrace the shame and solidarity of supporting a fantastic text editor!

And here's a badge to display your #sublimeshame with pride:

![#sublimeshame](https://img.shields.io/badge/%23sublimeshame-383D40?logo=sublimetext)

Also, If you ever got stuck about something or just want to hangout with other ST users, head over to Sublime Text's unofficial Discord


Disclaimer: This repository is not affiliated with Sublime HQ in any way. It is a work of humor and self-expression by the author and does not represent the official stance or views of Sublime HQ or its products. For official information, support, and licensing details regarding Sublime Text, please visit Sublime HQ's official website @ https://www.sublimetext.com/.